For 44 PandoKids, May 4th will be a day to remember. The 28th annual STAR awards will take place at the Crown Uptown Theatre from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Students will experience a once-in-a-lifetime awards ceremony with family, friends, school staff, and Pando supporters where they are the star of the show, letting their achievements shine.

At The Pando Initiative, we're helping students thrive! When students are connected through relationships they build strength, vitality, and the courage to take initiative to succeed. We measure success by improving attendance, behavior, and academic performance. The STAR awards aim to acknowledge and honor those Pando students who have shown exceptional growth in the 2022-23 school year. Students are nominated by Student Support Advocates for various reasons; improved grades, increased school attendance, participation, even personal growth. 

You can be a part of this experience by becoming a sponsor or attending the event. Several different levels of sponsorship are available. To sponsor, or learn how you can help send two Pando students to the STAR Awards, click here.   Tickets go on sale April 1, 2023. 

Questions? Contact Angela Kessler at akessler@pandokids.org. 

SPONSOR THE EVENT:

With six levels of sponsorship, there is a way for everyone to support Cooking for a Cause, and you will receive great benefits with any level. From being featured in promotional materials, event programs advertising, or having your logo displayed at the event bar or in the tasting galleries; your support will be front and center. And each sponsorship comes with unlimited tastings!

To learn more about sponsorship, click here

BE A CHEF

Share your culinary expertise or even just your favorite family recipe with Cooking guests! You will serve bite-sized samples of your dish at the event, and compete for Top Chef status by collecting tips and decorating your Chef Station. Chefs also enjoy benefits including; free unlimited tasting and drinks, hospitality, branded Chef apron, and invitations to exclusive Chef gatherings before the event.

To learn more about participating, contact Daniel Morford at dmorford@pandokids.org

ATTEND THE EVENT

General admission ticket sales will begin in August. Be on the lookout for the announcement!

Questions about Cooking for a Cause? Contact Angela Kessler at akessler@pandokids.org